07/16/2012

It's time for The Bachelorette, at least on the east coast. There's just one more week until the finale, but I wonder if I'm the only one who is sick of the men/women tell all shows. I'd rather watch the finale! The show that's on tonight will just be the guys talking about each other and why they aren't good for Emily. I was a little skeptical of Emily, although I liked her on The Bachelor, but she has been a nice, respectful Bachelorette. I'm not sure what it is about this show, but I don't think I could quit watching if I tried! It's definitely a guilty pleasure, which I'm not afraid to admit. The only good thing about this season almost being over is that Bachelor Pad will be starting soon! These shows are just as addicting as Big Brother. There's something about reality tv!

The guys...I have been a big Jef fan basically since day one! Anyone with me on this? He has most qualities I can think of when looking for the perfect, or as close to perfect, man. They are so comfortable and sweet together, and he is one of the most respectful men the show has probably ever seen. I've always liked Sean, but there's something about his family that turned me off a little. I'm just not a big fan of practical jokes. I think that's all it was. Lastly, comes Arie. He was one of my top guys early on, but I don't really think they have a deep enough connection. Plus, is it a good idea for her to marry another racecar driver? I am for Jef all the way. I think he would make an amazing husband and father.

07/15/2012

Shopping...is a girl's favorite hobby, as long as it doesn't become too much of a habit, right? Why is it as girls we always feel better after a little retail therapy? I can't seem to figure out why after we spend tons of money, usually money we don't have, on things we don't actually need, we always feel amazing! We shop when we're excited, nervous, angry, stressed, anxious, depressed, with our friends, by ourselves, during holidays, during the week, on the weekends, and basically anytime, and it usually gives us the same feeling each time- a rush of happiness! I mean how many of you out there can really say when you are stressed or down in the dumps it doesn't help to go out to your favorite stores for a little shopping? Come on, don't lie. Whether you are single, dating, engaged, married, divorced, or widowed, it never matters. Women hide their purchases from their husbands or pretend they don't shop as much as they really do when discussing their habits with the man in their lives. It's no secret, girls. I'm pretty sure they know the tricks, as much as you pretend to hide it or deny it. We are creatures of habit, and I'm pretty sure we were born to shop. Agreed?! Good, go do some damage, but just blame on being a girl. What choice do we have?

07/11/2012

Let me start out by saying how much I love the city of Atlanta. Not only does it have amazing weather, as long as you enjoy the heat like myself, but there is so much to do. It seems like every space is filled with some type of place perfect for shopping or eating, which are always fun! I spent last week in Atlanta over the 4th of July holiday. As a teacher, I'm currently on summer break, and I had the week off from grad school as well. I planned the vacation during that week for this reason. Not only did I spend almost everyday by the pool, but I went to so many good restaurants, as always. I must say I don't think I've ever had a bad meal in that city. Plus, since shopping is a big weakness of mine, I always end up splurging at the many stores and fun places to shop. It was so fun to be there for the fourth and see the biggest fireworks show in the southeast. I didn't even have to leave my aunt's balcony! I also got to go to the laser/fireworks show at Stone Mountain, which I had apparently not been to since I was 6 months old. It was really cool to see and so crowded. Even though I was actually born in Atlanta, I only lived there for a short time. I just started going back last year, since I have family there, and now I can't stop going a few times a year! If I could move there right now, assuming money, family, and career weren't factors, I would. I love the big city with so much to do, lots of people, and everything you want nearby....well, except the beach. I would want to be a little closer to the coast, not that I am now in my small town in Ohio!

I'm completely new to this, so it's my first blog post ever! I'm really interested in writing, so I thought this would be a good start. I'm currently working on a Masters Degree in Creative Writing and will be done in 3 months! I would love to get into freelance writing on the side, so this will be a good way just to have fun and write about anything that interests me or is on my mind! I'm a second grade teacher, and in a week, I'll be on summer break! That's always pretty exciting, but I can't believe how fast the school year always goes! Wish me luck in my blogging ventures!